Image Comics Solicitations for February, 2011

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Fresh from a sold-out run in China, Daomu follows young Sean and his initiation into a secret society of tomb robbers, where he learns about his family’s legacy: protecting hidden underworlds that exist beneath our feet. Along with a ragtag band of marauders, Sean must survive the terrors of the deep, solve his father's brutal murder, and ultimately claim his birthright as leader of the Daomu. But forces are hell bent on stopping him...RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

HACK/SLASH #1

story TIM SEELEYart DAN LEISTERcover A TIM SEELEYcover B ERIK LARSENFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / FC $3.50HACK/SLASH returns in all-new ongoing series by the creative team behind the hit HACK/SLASH: MY FIRST MANIAC mini! Cassie Hack, killer of killers, and her partner Vlad hunt a slasher who haunts a small town's Make Out Point. Meanwhile, Cat Curio, Former Teen Detective, searches for the man who put her in a coma and the murderous cult that employed him. What she finds will set up the biggest HACK/SLASH story yet. A great jumping on point for new readers!RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

THE MISSION #1

story JON HOEBER & ERICH HOEBERart & cover WERTHER DELL'EDERA & ARIANNA FLOREANFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / FC$2.99Paul, an average working guy, finds his life upended when he's approached by a mysterious figure who tells him he's been chosen for a mission in the battle between good and evil—the mission is murder. Is it real or is Paul losing his mind? Written by JON HOEBER & ERICH HOEBER (Red, Battleship), produced by ALISA TAGER (Serenity) and MARC GUGGENHEIM (No Ordinary Family), with art by WERTHER DELL’EDERA (Dark Entries, Loveless) and colors by ARIANNA FLOREAN.

The demon dog, Pooch, leads Hack/Slash’s Cassie and Vlad to the dimension of superheroes where they hunt Bomb Queen’s cat, Ashe. Her demon cat has split a dimension between realities, allowing the Queen’s twisted and perverted slashers into Cassie’s world—along with, worst of all, Bomb Queen herself!TWO HIT SERIES IN ONE! AS BOMB QUEEN AND HACK/SLASH TEAM UP FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN THE WILDEST, SEXIEST STORY OF THE YEAR!RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

Captain Wonder is the superhero of this world—he’s saved millions during his twenty-four year career. But now everything is going to Hell in a hand basket. You see, Captain Wonder has been missing for the last two months, and things don’t look so good. Now meet Billy Gordon, ten years old and it seems someone is stalking him. What’s going on? Featuring the creative duo of Brian (Witchblade, Spawn, Aria) Haberlin and Philip (Green Lantern, X-Men, Spawn) Tan.THE MOST ADVANCED 3D EVER IN PRINT - INCLUDES SPECIAL 3D GLASSES!

story ROBERT KIRKMANart CORY WALKER cover CORY WALKER & DAVE STEWARTFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / FC$3.50FIGHT FIRE WITH FIRE. FIGHT EVIL WITH SCIENCE!Collecting the never before reprinted Science Dog back-up story from INVINCIBLE #75, as well as the ALL-NEW full-length, never-before-seen conclusion of the story! This story has been years in the making—don’t miss its epic conclusion!

TYRANNOSAURUS REX (ONE SHOT)

story MARK KIDWELL & JAY FOTOSart JEFF ZORNOW & JAY FOTOScover A JEFF ZORNOW and JAY FOTOScover B 1/10 Dealer Incentive Sketch Cover: JEFF ZORNOWFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / FC$3.99 In the steaming jungles of a world too young for a name, man and dinosaur share the food chain. When a rogue Tyrannosaurus tramples the luckless village of Taka-Na one time too many, the delicate balance is destroyed, leaving one man to face the deadly god-lizard alone. For the preservation of his village, the safety of his tribe, and the love of a hot stone-age mama in a fur bikini, he will risk it all. What is this guy thinking?Tyrannosaurus Rex: These aren’t your granddaddy’s dinosaurs!

Throughout 2011, THE WALKING DEAD will be reprinted in single issue form and shipping weekly! It's the perfect opportunity to get in on the ground floor of the series that inspired the hit AMC television series!

THE WALKING DEAD WEEKLY #5

story ROBERT KIRKMANart & cover TONY MOOREFEBRUARY 232 PAGES / BW$2.99It was only a matter of time before their camp was attacked... That time has come. Rick Grimes and company find themselves surrounded by zombies. Who will die, who will survive... Will anyone survive? Nobody is safe. Who will be the next to become the walking dead?RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

THE WALKING DEAD WEEKLY #6

story ROBERT KIRKMANart & cover TONY MOOREFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / BW$2.99After the horrendous attack on the camp, the survivors are left to pick up the pieces. Tensions run high as the gravity of their situation starts to sink in for Rick and the others. What happens when they stop focusing on the zombie threat and turn their aggression toward each other? RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

THE WALKING DEAD WEEKLY #7

story ROBERT KIRKMANart CHARLIE ADLARD cover TONY MOOREFEBRUARY 1632 PAGES / BW$2.99THE FIRST ISSUE BY SERIES ARTIST CHARLIE ADLARD! Winter has come, and it is decided that they must move the camp to a safer area. With such harsh weather conditions, Rick and company find that the zombies all around them are the least of their worries.RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

THE WALKING DEAD WEEKLY #8

story ROBERT KIRKMANart CHARLIE ADLARD cover TONY MOOREFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / BW$2.99The search for suitable shelter continues. Rick and crew find themselves at the mercy of a harsh winter, making their arduous journey that much more difficult. For months they’ve looked for something to take their minds OFF the zombie threat at hand... And now that they’ve got it—they’re in more danger than ever before.RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

An original YA graphic novel, POSEURS follows three teenagers from distinctly different corners of Los Angeles who meet in the underworld of LA nightlife and Hollywood parties—and get in over their heads. From the graffiti-tagged streets of LA’s eastside to the bloated, billion dollar mansions of Bel Air, it’s a full-blown party noir.

story BRETT LEWISart & cover SAMI BASRI, HENDRY PRASETYO & IMAGINARY FRIENDS STUDIOSFEBRUARY 2160 PAGES / FC$16.99A brilliant young toy maker risks his entire company for his factory’s newly produced android named Tiffany, but when he falls in love with his own creation and she has already been sold to the most powerful man on Earth, getting her back becomes his greatest passion and threatens to lead to his own destruction. Inspired by the ideas and lyrics of Fall Out Boy, Fall Out Toy Works brings the magic of innocence to life as both a toy maker and his invention set about learning the true secrets of life.Created by Fall Out Boy, Darren Romanelli (Dr Romanelli DRx) and Nathan Cabrera, this collection also includes interviews with Pete Wentz and Darren Romanelli, plus a sketchbook section revealing the origins of the designs for the project.Collects FALL OUT TOY WORKS #1-5

INVINCIBLE: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION, VOL. 6 HC

story ROBERT KIRKMANart RYAN OTTLEY, CORY WALKER & FCO PLASCENCIAcover RYAN OTTLEY & FCO PLASCENCIAFEBRUARY 23336 PAGES / FC$34.99This is the volume you’ve been waiting for! The Invincible War, set in motion by Angstrom Levy! The epic battle with Conquest! The final build up to the Viltrumite War! The Sequid invasion of Earth! It’s all inside, and it’s almost too much for one superhero to handle. This is probably the most explosive, most action-packed volume of Invincible to date—don’t miss out! Collects INVINCIBLE #60-70 & INVINCIBLE RETURNS #1

story NICK SPENCERart JOE EISMAcover RODIN ESQUELJOFEBRUARY 16192 PAGES / FC$9.99COLLECTING THE FIRST SIX ISSUES OF THE SMASH HIT NEW SERIES! Morning Glory Academy is one of the most prestigious prep schools in the country, but something sinister and deadly lurks behind its walls. When six gifted but troubled new students arrive, they find themselves trapped and fighting for their lives as the secrets of the academy reveal themselves! Collects MORNING GLORIES #1-6SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY PRICE FOR THE HOTTEST BOOK OF THE YEAR! PERFECT JUMP-ON POINT AT THE PERFECT PRICE POINT!

SPAWN: ORIGINS BOOK 3 HC

story TODD McFARLANE & ALAN MOOREart TODD McFARLANE & GREG CAPULLOcover GREG CAPULLOFEBRUARY 16320 PAGES / FC$29.99SPAWN: ORIGINS BOOK 3 includes classic Spawn stories written by TODD McFARLANE, as well as a story by industry giant ALAN MOORE. Revisit epic battles against Jason Wynn and Violator and also relive the introduction of many new characters into the Spawn universe, such as the Curse, the Redeemer and the Freak.Extra features include a color and black & white cover gallery and behind-the-scenes art.All this and more in an oversized, hardcover format complete with a wraparound painted cover by master SPAWN artist GREG CAPULLO. Grow your family of SPAWN: ORIGINS collection of books with this latest stellar addition!Collects SPAWN #26-37

27 #4 (of 4)

story CHARLES SOULEart RENZO PODESTA cover W. SCOTT FORBESFEBRUARY 228 PAGES / FCGOLDEN AGE FORMAT$3.99Will Garland met Jim Morrison in issue three and learned the truth about the 27 Club. Now, it’s time for his final conflict with The Nine and Erebus, the very spirits of creation and decay, to see if he can somehow make it to his 28th birthday. There will be no encore, ladies and gentlemen. Time to Rock and Roll!CAN WILL LIVE TO SEE 28...WILL YOU?

CHEW #18

story JOHN LAYMANart & cover ROB GUILLORYFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / FC $2.99“FLAMBÉ,” Part ThreeUSDA Suicide mission! Boobs! Germ warfare! And a very, very special guest star!RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

FIREBREATHER: HOLMGANG #3 (of 4)

story by PHIL HESTERart & cover by ANDY KUHN & BILL CRABTREEFEBRUARY 232 PAGES / FC$2.99“HOLMGANG,” Part ThreeProm night lies in ruins at the hands of Duncan's long lost brother, Ragnar. But that isn't the only thing Ragnar wants destroyed. The battle for Belloc's throne goes into high gear as Duncan's extended family comes to Utah to eliminate the one thing between them and title "King of Kaiju": Duncan Rosenblatt himself.

HALCYON #4

story MARC GUGGENHEIM & TARA BUTTERSart & cover RYAN BODENHEIM & MARK ENGLERTFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / FC$2.99What caused crime, war and violence in the world to vanish? Who or what is responsible? All is revealed in this groundbreaking issue by MARC GUGGENHEIM (No Ordinary Family), TARA BUTTERS (Reaper), RYAN BODENHEIM (RED MASS FOR MARS) and ALISA TAGER (Serenity).

HAUNT #14 (RES)

story ROBERT KIRKMANart GREG CAPULLO & TODD MCFARLANEcover GREG CAPULLOFEBRUARY 932 pgs/FC$2.99The Apparition makes his move, and Haunt finds himself face-to-face with a foe unlike anything he's faced before. He's stronger, he's faster and he's got all the same powers as Haunt and more. Haunt will not come out of this unscathed. Believe us when we say: When the dust settles on this battle, things will never be the same again.

THE INFINITE VACATION #2

story NICK SPENCERart & Cover CHRISTIAN WARDFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / FC$3.50In a world where travel between alternate realities has become a massive commercial enterprise, Mark races to uncover the truth behind his many mysterious deaths. Meanwhile, the brains behind The Infinite Vacation suddenly take a keen interest in his struggle. And just who is that beautiful girl he keeps running into?FROM THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED WRITER OF MORNING GLORIES AND ARTIST OF OLYMPUS COMES A FINITE SERIES THAT WILL STRETCH YOUR SENSES TO THE INFINITE.

MARINEMAN #3

Story IAN CHURCHILL art & cover IAN CHURCHILL FEBRUARY 2 32 PAGES / FC $3.99 "CHAPTER THREE: SURFACE TENSION" IAN (Hulk, Supergirl) CHURCHILL’s brand new creator-owned series continues! Steve 'Marineman' Ocean returns to American soil and has to face the repercussions of last issue's dramatic revelation while also dealing with the anniversary of his mother's tragic death. Elsewhere, Lieutenant Greene takes 'Nemo' on her maiden voyage…!

MEMOIR #2

story BEN McCOOLart & cover NIKKI COOK FEBRUARY 1632 PAGES / BW$3.50ISSUE TWO: THE MEETINGTrent MacGowan has but one agenda while reporting on the strange case of Lowesville: exploitation. An interview with Bob Rockman—a resident claiming to remember everything about the town’s enigmatic history—is his first big break. Will it support Trent’s cause, or help unleash an evil beyond his wildest dreams?

MICE TEMPLAR, VOL. III #3

story BRYAN J.L. GLASS & MICHAEL AVON OEMINGart VICTOR SANTOScover a MICHAEL AVON OEMINGcover b VICTOR SANTOS & VERONICA GANDINIFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / FC$2.99“ROYAL DIVISION”The Rat Druids bring even greater oppression upon the mouse citizens to quell all resistance to their rule. But Karic's audacious attack on the king has generated a legend that is not so easily crushed. Aquila makes a reckless choice to aid the young mouse she loves. Royal Consort Lorelie tests the alliance between rat and weasel. And Captain Tosk returns, bringing order as only his iron gauntlet and heartless will can achieve.The two-time Harvey Award-winning series continues, from the acclaimed writer of Valkyrie and Thor: First Thunder and the co-creator of POWERS!

MORNING GLORIES #7

story NICK SPENCERart JOE EISMAcover RODIN ESQUELJOFEBRUARY 1632 PAGES / FC$2.99Zoe has everything—looks, popularity, and a perfect GPA. But if you think you know all there is to know about her, think again. The secret she keeps sheds new light on the mysteries of Morning Glory Academy!"Just as strong as Spencer’s writing is Joe Eisma’s artwork. Though the style of his art differs considerably from the striking work of the cover artist, Rodin Esquejo, Eisma’s efforts in no way suffer from comparison. He utilizes strong, clean lines that provide plenty of detail."—Ross Haralson, SilverBullet.comTHE HIT BOOK OF 2010 BEGINS A NEW STORY ARC! THE PERFECT JUMP-ON POINT AT ANY ALL-NEW LOWER PRICE!

ORC STAIN #7 (RES)

story JAMES STOKOEart & cover JAMES STOKOEFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / FC$2.99“THE ROAD TO REKANDA TOR,” Part OneHoping to evade the bulk of the Orc Tzar's invading mob, One-Eye and his companions decide to make a break for the ancient mountainside stronghold of Rekanda Tor. Only, a vicious army of the enigmatic Beard's poison-throwing Shakatuu stand in their way.RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

PROOF: ENDANGERED #3

story ALEX GRECIANart & cover RILEY ROSSMOFEBRUARY 1632 PAGES / FC$3.99“ENDANGERED,” Part ThreeThe war on Proof escalates as one of Proof's closest friends betrays him and The Lodge is burned to the ground, setting free the monsters.

SANTA CLAUS VS. THE MARTIANS #2 (of 4)

story BENITO CERENOart & cover JAMES HARREN & DYLAN MCCRAEJANUARY 532 PAGES / FC$3.50When unidentified flying objects snatch a couple of teens doing some heavy petting up at Inspiration Point, will the jolly old elf be able to fly the Little St. Nick fast enough to make sure they get back home for the holidays?

SANTA CLAUS VS. THE MARTIANS #3 (of 4)

story BENITO CERENOart & cover JAMES HARREN & DYLAN MCCRAEFEBRUARY 232 PAGES / FC$3.50After the Martians dare to invade Earth again after being driven off twice, Santa decides to use all the resources at his disposal to send them packing for good. What follows is an all-out battle across the skies for the fate of all humankind!

SAVAGE DRAGON #169

story ERIK LARSENart & cover ERIK LARSENFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / FC $3.50"EMPEROR DRAGON," AFTERMATHHis world has been destroyed. Malcolm Dragon must cope with the greatest personal loss he's faced in his life. Things will never be the same. It’s a new beginning for the SAVAGE DRAGON title as 14-year-old Malcolm Dragon at last takes center stage.

story WILL CARLTONart SZYMON KUDRANSKI, TODD MCFARLANEcover SZYMON KUDRANSKIFEBRUARY 2332 Pages/FC$2.99A MASSIVE MANHUNT ERUPTS IN THE PAGES OF THIS MONTH’S SPAWN!After a stint of silence and unwillingness to give his enemies answers, Spawn suddenly loses the only person that matters in his life. Sara’s kidnapping sends Clown and Spawn on a wild chase through the city, but a surprise attack by Bludd throws them off course. Can they find Sara before she takes her last breath?

THE WALKING DEAD #82

story ROBERT KIRKMANart & cover CHARLIE ADLARD & CLIFF RATHBURNFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / BW$2.99“NO WAY OUT” continues. When the walls come down... no one is safe.RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES

WHO IS JAKE ELLIS? #2

story NATHAN EDMONDSONart & cover TONCI ZONJICFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / FC$2.99CHAPTER TWOTo every action, a reaction. The botched op in Barcelona has exposed Jon, and he is on the run—but from whom, he can't exactly say. As the game of cat and mouse plays out, Jon discovers something about Jake that threatens all of Jon's assumptions about the only man who can protect him from what's coming.

MAGDALENA #7

story RON MARZart KEU CHAcover KEU CHA, NELSON BLAKE IIFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / FC / ONGOING SERIES$3.99Artist Keu Cha Returns to Comics!Patience, the current Magdalena, has managed to follow her faith without bowing down to the hierarchy of the Catholic Church. However, the patience of the power brokers at the Vatican has run out, and they're conspiring to replace her. But how is a new Magdalena ordained when the previous one is still active? Classic Top Cow artist Keu Cha (Witchblade, Rising Stars) reunites for a special two-issue arc with series author Ron Marz (Artifacts). Featuring a painted cover by Cha and a striking cover by series artist Nelson Blake II (Pilot Season: Murderer).

story RON MARZart WHILCE PORTACIOcover JP LEON, JOHN TYLER CHRISTOPHERFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / FC / LIMITED SERIES$3.99The Art of War!Distracted by the battle with Cyberforce and the android assassin Aphrodite IV, the Artifact Bearers trying to prevent the end of the Top Cow Universe are unaware that, in a distant corner of the world, the war might already be lost. The mysterious 13th Artifact Bearer holds in his hands the power to tip the scales. Has he already been seduced by the villainous architect of the master plan? From Top Cow Universe architect Ron Marz (Witchblade, Magdalena) and legendary artist Whilce Portacio (The Darkness, Uncanny X-Men) comes an event series, which will literally shake the Top Cow Universe to its foundation. Featuring a gorgeous cover by JP Leon (Winter Men, Earth X) as well as a variant cover featuring Ian Nottingham by John Tyler Christopher (Witchblade).Each issue will also feature a Top Cow Origin backup written by Marz and drawn by a superstar artist.

story PHIL HESTERart SHELDON MITCHELLcover BANEFEBRUARY 232 PAGES / FC / ONGOING SERIES$2.99”Outer Darkness” Part 2 of 6!The battle between Jackie Estacado and the very source of his power, The Darkness ensues in earnest! Estacado has been lied to, beaten down, and betrayed over and over again over the last few years; but he has also studied, learned, and grown. Will Jackie Estacado take control of his destiny or will he end up another in a long line of pawns for The Darkness?

story TROY HICKMANart SIDDHARTH KOTIANcover JOHN TYLER CHRISTOPHERFEBRUARY 932 PAGES / FC / LIMITED SERIES$3.99The Pilot Season Winner Returns!Twilight Guardian, the lone defender of her suburban neighborhood, has often longed for contemporaries to share crime-fighting tactics with. When she is invited to a local comic convention to join a league of Real Life Superheroes, Twilight Guardian becomes embroiled in solving a heinous crime that will require their collective talents to solve! Eisner-nominated creator and writer Troy Hickman (Common Grounds) and talented up-and-coming artist Siddharth Kotian (Eat The Dead) continue the highly anticipated four-issue mini-series. Issue #2 features a classic team cover by John Tyler Christopher (Artifacts, Witchblade).

BROKEN TRINITY VOLUME 2 PANDORA’S BOX TRADE PAPERBACK

story BRYAN EDWARD HILL & ROB LEVINart ALESSANDRO VITTI, FACUNDO PERCIOcover TOMMY LEE EDWARDSFEBRUARY 16160 PAGES / FC / TRADE PAPERBACK$19.99A New Artifact Emerges!Michael “Finn” Finnegan, bearer of the Glacier Stone, and Glorianna “Glori” Silver, bearer of the Ember Stone, have been told that they are predestined to fight and destroy each other. When a charismatic cult leader named Elias Legion moves to remake the world using a lost Artifact known as Pandora’s Box, will Finn and Glori be able to set aside their differences to combat a larger threat or will fate dictate their inevitable clash?Collected in this volume are issues #1-6 of the world-spanning, pulse-pounding sequel to Broken Trinity Volume 1. Written by the Pilot Season: 7 Days From Hell team of Bryan Edward Hill and Rob Levin with art by Alessandro Vitti (Secret Warriors) and Facundo Percio (Anna Mercury). Featuring behind-the-scenes sketches, script pages, and cover gallery by Tommy Lee Edwards (Turf).“…grand action and.. a visual treat…” – Broken Frontier“…religious zealots, ninja, mystical creatures, and a high body count, so what else could you ask for?” – Comic Attack“The ‘two enemies somewhat united by a shared enemy’ angle isn’t new… But it is the execution here that makes the difference.” – Best Shots @Newsarama

BROKEN TRINITY READER SET

story RON MARZ, PHIL HESTERart STJEPAN SEJIC, TOP COW’S FINESTcover TOP COW’S FINEST32 PAGES / FC / SET (X7 COMICS)$14.99Your last chance to get a complete set of the original single-issue comics that introduced Finn and Glori at a bargain price! Set includes Broken Trinity #1-3, Broken Trinity: The Darkness #1, Broken Trinity: Angelus #1, Broken Trinity: Witchblade #1, and Broken Trinity: Aftermath #1. Quantities are limited, allocations may occur.

ECHOES #3

story JOSHUA HALE FIALKOVart & cover RAHSAN EKEDALFEBRUARY 2332 PAGES / GRAYSCALE / LIMITED SERIES$2.99A Tale of Suspense and Psychological Horror!Detective Robert Neville has been helpful to Brian Cohn, who is finding himself a potential suspect in a missing child case. But when the opportunity presents itself to shift the suspicion to another person will Brian be able to do it? Particularly since he suspects that he may be a serial killer like his father?From acclaimed author Joshua Hale Fialkov (Tumor, Pilot Season: Alibi) and rising star artist Rahsan Ekedal (Creepy) a disturbing story of murder and mystery wrapped in questions of sanity.